Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru unveils the Flying Triggerfish
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru unveils the Flying Triggerfish – a customised DHC-6-300 Twin Otter aeroplane dedicated for its guests. The aircraft, which features eight extra-wide VIP Muirhead leather seats, is being operated by Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), the world’s largest seaplane operator. Set to become one of the most luxurious and Instagrammable […]
Maldives to see highest ever hotel transaction activity in 2019
The Maldives’ hospitality industry is on course to see its most active year with more than US$450 million worth of resort transactions either completed or under offer, according to real estate consultancy firm JLL. Traditionally dominated by Asian investors, the Maldives is now attracting new sources of cross-border capital from Europe and the U.S. In […]
Sri Lankan government takes positive steps to subsidise tourism sector
In the wake of the events in Colombo on April 21, the Sri Lankan government has taken positive steps to subsidise the tourism sector. According to Sri Lankan media reports, the government is to work with banks to issue a debt moratorium and subsidise working capital for the tourism sector. Eran Wikremeratne, the Sri Lankan […]
FIRST LOOK: At the recently opened Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
Located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has opened its shores to guests on May 9, 2019. AccorHotels’ fourth property in the Maldives, and the first under the Raffles brand, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo brings new life to luxury to one of the world’s largest and most remote island atolls. Raffles Maldives Meradhoo’s 21-villa Beach […]
Best-selling author Amber Rae at LUX* South Ari Atoll encourages emotional wellness and personal growth
Called a “real-life Wonder Woman”, Amber Rae is a best-selling author based in New York who works as an illustrator, entrepreneur, and speaker who encourages emotional wellness and personal growth. From May 21 to 23, 2019, Amber Rae hosted two separate workshops at LUX* South Ari Atoll. One of the workshops was customised for couples […]
Sneak peek at soon to open Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Hilton’s luxury brand, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, will soon welcome guests to the heart of the South Malé Atoll with the highly-anticipated opening of Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. Set to debut on July 1, the all-villa resort spans across three private islands, providing secluded enclaves and a tranquil escape for discerning travellers complete with […]
Over 50 graduate from Four Seasons Maldives’ Hospitality Apprenticeship programme
51 apprentices have graduated from the Four Seasons Resorts Maldives’ Apprenticeship programme 2019. 27 apprentices from Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru and 24 from Four Seasons Kuda Huraa raised their diplomas at the convocation ceremony held at the Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall, ready to launch into hospitality careers. Alongside the Class of 2019, 66 new first-year apprentices […]
Maldives exhibited at Arabian Travel Market
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has held a four day exhibition at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM). At the leading global event for the Middle East inbound and outbound travel industry for the last 25 years, the Maldivian delegation was led by the Managing Director of MMPRC, Thoyyib Mohamed. ATM is one […]
Baa Atoll Summer Festival returns for 2019 with island-hopping culinary cornucopia
Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, Baa Atoll resorts are once again teaming up to host the second edition of the ‘Baa Atoll Summer Festival’. From July 8 to 21, 12 resorts will come together for an island-hopping extravaganza in which guests can embark on a unique dine-around voyage encompassing Amilla Fushi, Anantara Kihavah, […]
Experience Centre for Metabo products now open
Veligaa Hardware, a supplier of a wide range of hardware, construction and building supplies, has opened its Metabo Experience Centre. The new centre is located in the first floor of the Veligaa Hardware outlet in Majeedhee Magu. Metabo, a German power-tools brand, was introduced to the Maldives in 2017. With the opening of the Experience […]
Najib Khan appointed as Managing Director of Ooredoo Maldives
Najib Khan has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Ooredoo Maldives. Khan, who was previously serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the company, was appointed as the Managing Director following the retirement and resignation of Khalid Ibrahim A. Al-Mahmoud, the Chairman and Managing Director. Khalid A. Al-Mahmoud served as the Chairman of […]
LUX* Resorts & Hotels appoints Roshan Radhay as Regional Director of Sales & Marketing
LUX* Resorts & Hotels has appointed Roshan Radhay as the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing at LUX* South Ari Atoll and LUX* North Malé Atoll, Maldives & Middle East. Most recently, Roshan held the role as Cluster Director of Sales at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa and Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & […]
